Duncan Macmillan
DOB - DOD
1980
Duncan Macmillan is an English playwright and director known for his works that tackle contemporary socio-political issues. His notable plays include Lungs (2011), which explores themes of parenthood and environmental concerns; People, Places and Things (2015), focusing on addiction and recovery; and Every Brilliant Thing (2013), which addresses mental health and suicidality. Macmillan co-adapted and co-directed a stage version of George Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-Four (2013) with Robert Icke, a production that received critical acclaim and has been staged worldwide.
Macmillan’s writing is marked by its engagement with societal themes, often presented through innovative and immersive storytelling techniques. His work has been recognised with awards, including Best New Play at the Off West End Theatre Awards for Lungs and an Olivier Award nomination for People, Places and Things. He has collaborated with various international theatres, contributing to global conversations on contemporary issues through his plays.
